Blossom In Adversity - Vol. 2

C221. Discussing Marriage Again.

Chapter 221: Discussing Marriage Again

Hua Zhi had been out and about all morning, and it was nearly noon. Lady Wu quickly ordered her servants to prepare a few more vegetarian dishes. She then sent Zhu Shan to call her second uncle over, and was quite busy scurrying back and forth.

Hua Zhi simply smiled and watched, offering no objection.

The old woman thought to herself that it was only natural for you to feel this way. She would be overjoyed if you simply agreed.

"You, child," the old lady said, "Grandmother knows you wouldn't come empty-handed. I'll have someone tell your grandfather to come back as soon as he's finished."

"There is something, but it's not urgent. By the way, since no one else is around, I'd like to ask you about your cousin and Bai Lin. What are your thoughts on their matter?"

"I wholeheartedly approve," the old lady replied with a warm smile, her gaze fixed on her beloved granddaughter. "The Zhu family has no objections, all that's left is your nod. Have you given it any thought?"

"I'm honored by the Zhu family's offer. The two siblings have always gotten along well, and I would be happy to see them marry. However, this is a lifelong commitment for both of them. I think we should at least inform Bai Lin first. It wouldn't be right for the Zhu family to deceive your cousin. A happy marriage would be ideal, but I wouldn't want to see them end up unhappy."

"You're right," the old lady sighed inwardly. "You're still worried about your eldest aunt." Her eldest daughter-in-law was a good woman, but she was a bit too materialistic. The Hua family was no longer as prosperous as the Zhu family, but look at Zhi'er and the other young, capable members of the Hua family. When they grew up, the family would rise again.

One should never underestimate the young. The Hua family now consisted mostly of younger generations. Take Bai Lin for example, he was exceptionally intelligent. Even when he wasn't interested in the classics, his tutors couldn't find fault with him.

Now that he's focused on his studies, how could he not succeed?

Moreover, the Hua family was now harmonious, free from internal strife. Her eldest daughter-in-law is also Zhi'er's aunt, and while Zhi'er was capable, she was also reasonable. It was clear she wasn't someone who would cling to power.

Besides, with the Zhu family's status, who wouldn't look up to Shan'er if she married into such a family? And when the Hua family rose again in the future, Shan'er's position would be even more secure.

It was so obvious, yet she had to explain it all so clearly. How could she entrust this family to her?

Her thoughts raced, but her expression remained calm. "She's already come to terms with it, but she's just too embarrassed to talk to you about it. Just forget about that incident and not bring up the matter again. We're family, there's no need for any misunderstandings."

"You're right, it was wrong of me."

"Who would dare say you're wrong? Grandmother wouldn't allow it," the old lady patted her granddaughter's hand, her eyes and face filled with warmth. "Let's just keep this between us. We'll settle it when the time is right."

Hua Zhi stroked her grandmother's soft hand and said softly, "I still want to ask the two of them for their opinions. After all, they're the ones who will be spending their lives together."

"Very well, very well. Have it your way. I've never seen anyone as indulgent of their younger siblings as you. In every family, it's the elders who decide on the marriage of their children. If we let them make their own choices, heaven knows what would happen."